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Program Manager - Unmanned Ground Vehicle

Program Manager - Unmanned Ground Vehicle

AM General LLCAuburn Hills, MI, US
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Job Description

INTRODUCTION TO AM GENERAL

AM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us.

We R.I.D.E. with Sgt. Smith!

We are R esponsive We have I ntegrity We are D ynamic We exhibit E xcellence

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Position responsible for developing customer trust and maintaining strong professional relationships with current and prospective customers
  • Required to establish a detailed understanding of the customer and provide appropriate direction to AM General functional staff on identification of customer requirements and resolution of customer issues
  • Position will plan and manage advanced, complex, long range strategic company programs funded by Government contracts and / or AM General funds as either prime or subcontractor roles
  • Interact or direct AM General, Government, subcontractor, teammate or partnership personnel on a frequent basis to assure delivery of Customer, AM General and stakeholder core business programs / goals / objectives
  • Approved execution plans are defined, balanced, and achieved on time and within budget
  • Responsible for identification and determination of resources required to accomplish the above; information will be provided to the Customers e.g. AMG CEO and Executive Staff, Program Executive Office or Product Directorate and senior management for review and assignment
  • Responsible to coordinate with all necessary and appropriate internal and external supporting organizations to ensure the program / project is executed IAW approved plans
  • Responsible to generate appropriate reports and briefings to provide senior management the necessary information to make critical program business decisions in a timely manner
  • Responsible to inform executive staff when the potential exists for a variance of program schedule, cost and / or performance requirements
  • Conduct effective meetings and reviews with both internal and external customers ensuring customer requirements, project plans and company objectives are met in a timely manner
  • Responsible for submittal, cost schedule and perform reports deliverable to the customer
  • Understand and acknowledge fiduciary responsibility to the company

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • B.S. in Engineering, Business, or related field required, M.S. in Engineering, Business, or related field preferred
  • 10–15 years of program management experience, preferably within military tactical vehicles, unmanned ground vehicles, or the defense industry
  • Direct experience managing production contracts; US Army TACOM and MARCORSYSCOM experience preferred
  • Demonstrated DoD acquisition customer engagement and understanding of acquisition processes
  • Proven expertise in both strategic and tactical planning to align customer requirements with company objectives
  • Extensive experience leading cross-functional program / project teams to successfully execute government contracts and product development efforts
  • Proficiency with project management systems and tools including Market Development, New Business Development, Contract / Subcontract Management, Systems Engineering Process, Integrated Master Plans and Schedules, Work Breakdown Structures, Earned Value Management, Integrated Baseline Reviews, Program / Management Reviews, Major Milestone Reviews, Capture / Proposal Plans, Internal Budget Development, and Business Case Development
  • Deep knowledge of DoD 5000-series (Defense Acquisition System) processes
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical and business issues clearly
  • Demonstrated ability to lead product development processes from concept through delivery
  • Capable of working independently and collaboratively within dynamic teams
  • Skilled at building consensus, making timely decisions, setting direction, and delivering results
  • Ability to navigate complex organizational relationships, strategies, and execution plans to achieve successful outcomes
  • Hands-on experience integrating autonomy, mobility, and mission systems into Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), including drive-by-wire, autonomy kits, and modular payload architectures
  • Proven ability to lead UGV programs from capture through prototype, test, and transition phases—aligning emerging technologies with Army Transformation in Contact (TiC) and next-generation sustainment objectives
  • Prior military service or defense acquisition experience preferred
  • PHYSICAL EFFORT

  • Sight : must be able to regularly read computer screen, reports, and various documents with detail and clarity to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner, including regular use of adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
  • Hearing : must be able to regularly hear well enough to communicate
  • WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Physical Location : This position operates in an office environment
  • Teamwork : This position will work with others to ensure efficiency in the workplace
  • Listening Skills : This position will need to understand how to use machinery properly and safely to prevent accidents and ensure all tasks are completed accurately
  • Ability to follow instructions : Managers assign tasks and responsibilities, which vary; this position should be able to follow instructions competently
  • Methodical approach : Production lines follow a set process, so this position needs a methodical approach to ensure all tasks are completed in the correct order for a smooth-running production line
  • Concentration : This position may perform the same or similar tasks repeatedly, so a strong level of concentration when carrying out these tasks is important for quality control purposes. This role is often fast paced, so being able to maintain focus at all times is important
  • TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

    Up to 25% travel may be required

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